The cheapest and fastest trains from Lucerne to Brunnen
Cheapest price
$13
Average price
$19
Fastest journey
46 m
Average duration
50 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
23 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lucerne to Brunnen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lucerne to Brunnen will cost around $19 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $13.
Of the 5 trains that leave Lucerne for Brunnen on Tue, Dec 23, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 23 the direct trains cover the 23 km distance in an average of 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 46 m .
On Tue, Dec 23 the slowest trains will take 1 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Travel Information
Compare ferry, train, and bus for Lucerne to Brunnen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lucerne to Brunnen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €11, and a ferry costs an average of €37.
Distance: 14 miles (23 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Ferry |
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€14 Average price Cheapest | €28 Average price | €45 Average price |
1h 15m Average total duration Fastest 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 20m Average total duration 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 2m Average total duration 6h 2m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Lucerne to Brunnen train times
The table below shows live departures for Lucerne to Brunnen trains for today, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IR VAE 2017 | 2017 · S 2 21231 | 21231 | 7:39 AM Lucerne station | 1h01 | 8:40 AM Brunnen station | 1 transfer | |
S 3 21333 | 21333 | 8:06 AM Lucerne station | 0h46 | 8:52 AM Brunnen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 26 2315 | 2315 | 8:18 AM Lucerne station | 0h47 | 9:05 AM Brunnen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, December 23 | |||||
![]() | 7:01 AM Lucerne | 0h51 | 7:52 AM Brunnen | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:06 AM Lucerne | 0h46 | 7:52 AM Brunnen | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:18 AM Lucerne | 0h47 | 8:05 AM Brunnen | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lucerne to Brunnen
Trains from Lucerne to Brunnen run on average 15 times per day, taking around 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $13 (€11) if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:26. The fastest train covers the 14 miles (23 km) distance in 46m.
Distance 14 miles (23 km) |
Average train duration 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 (€11) |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 46m |
First train 00:06 |
Last train 23:26 |
Train companies: SBB from Lucerne to Brunnen trainsSBB trains will get you between Lucerne and Brunnen from $13 (€11). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Lucerne to Brunnen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lucerne to Brunnen by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Brunnen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Lucerne to Brunnen
- 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Zentralstrasse.
- Restaurant La Cucina
- Restaurant Bellini Locanda Ticinese
- Outside the main entrance.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Monopol Luzern
- Waldstätterhof Swiss Quality Hotel
- Hotel Central Luzern
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 420 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-9 for trains to Germany, Italy, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms
- Hall 3: Boat connections
- Bus: Several lines available
- Boat: Lake Lucerne boats
- Train: SBB services to various destinations
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at Bahnhofplatz.
- Restaurant Schiff
- Restaurant Opus
- Outside the main entrance.
- CHF 1
- Hotel des Balances
- Hotel Monopol Luzern
- Hotel Waldstätterhof
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 1700 places, covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-14 for trains to various destinations
- Hall 2: connections to bus and trolleybus services
- Hall 3: ferry terminal for Lake Lucerne
- Bus: Several lines available
- Trolleybus: Lines 1, 2, 4, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 12
- Boat: Lake Lucerne ferries
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, with several spots for short-term and long-term parking.
- Birdy's by Achtien
- Seehotel Waldstätterhof Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- CHF 1
- Seehotel Waldstätterhof
- Hotel Schmid + Alfa
- City Hotel
- 280 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for regional trains
- Hall 2: access to bus and boat connections
- Bus: Several lines available
- Boat: Lake Lucerne cruises
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